Tag Archives: KBC Aldini

Baazov commits to Amaya takeover bid despite backer put-down

SBC News Baazov commits to Amaya takeover bid despite backer put-down

David Baazov has confirmed that he is still committed to his planned CAD $6.7 billion takeover of Toronto TSX-listed Amaya Inc, despite this week’s news that perceived Dubai-based backer KBC Aldini Capital had ‘no involvement whatsoever’ with Baazov’s acquisition. Publishing a statement, Baazov representatives detailed that the former Amaya CEO had received an ‘equity commitment letter’ purporting to be from …

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Baazov Amaya bid in turmoil as Dubai backer claims ‘no involvement whatsoever’

SBC News Baazov Amaya bid in turmoil as Dubai backer claims 'no involvement whatsoever’

The proposed CAD $6.7 billion acquisition of Amaya Inc by former Chief Executive David Baazov, has been thrown into question following reports that Dubai-based private equity firm KBC Aldini Capital has denied being involved in Baazov’s takeover of Amaya assets. On 14 November Baazov had penned an official CAD $24 per share (30% premium) for Amaya assets. Baazov who is …

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